Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cornelius Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornelius Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cornelius Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
School Motto
Where children are respectful, responsible, safe and always do their best
School Rankings
Cornelius Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornelius Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1060 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
89%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
9%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornelius Elementary School's ranking?
Cornelius Elementary School is ranked #1060 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Cornelius Elementary School often compared to?
Cornelius Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Echo Shaw Elementary School, Aloha-huber Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Cornelius Elementary School?
373 students attend Cornelius Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cornelius Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornelius Elementary School?
Cornelius Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cornelius Elementary School offer ?
Cornelius Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornelius Elementary School part of?
Cornelius Elementary School is part of Forest Grove SD 15 School District.
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